Canvas platform hit by cyberattack

A massive cyberattack has targeted the Canvas learning management system, causing widespread disruption for millions of students and teachers during the critical final exam season.

The hacking group 'ShinyHunters' has claimed responsibility for the breach, asserting they have stolen personally identifiable information from over 275 million accounts.

While the platform has been partially restored, many educational institutions across North America remain on high alert as they assess the extent of the data theft.

Security experts have warned that this incident highlights the growing vulnerability of educational technology platforms to sophisticated cyber-extortion schemes, as the hackers continue to threaten a massive data leak if their ransom demands are not met.